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Month: August, 2007

The Three Wise Men - Brian

24 August, 2007 (08:45) | Spain | No comments

This week Shannon and I went on a little adventure – to find a new hat for me. I was looking for a cuban style hat, they’re great for the sun here. Unfortunately I’m a little off-season – many shops are closed in August for holidays, including the only hat store in Granada [...]

Not exactly professional - Brian

17 August, 2007 (12:55) | Spain | No comments

  If you’ve been to Andalucia you know what Iberian ham is.  In short its delicious – cured naturally for 6-18 months the same way it has been for who knows how long.  Its not smoked and has a wonderful flavor; its also a dependable staple with any tapa.

  If you’ve had carpaccio you’ve got [...]

Noche de San Juan - Brian

8 August, 2007 (14:04) | Spain | No comments

  The night of June 23rd is when the solstice is celebrated here in Spain; like all days here it has a name, Dia de San Juan.  The night time is celebrated with a mix of fire and water and the contrast between those opposing elements.  People build bonfires and swim in the ocean to [...]